Local Rivers Experiencing Ice Jams

The Gallatin River is currently experiencing ice jams, most noteably in the Big Sky area, due to current weather patterns. These ice jams prevent the water from flowing in it's normal channel resulting in water flowing out of the river banks. People recreating around rivers are encouraged to exercise caution due to these ice jams. When an ice jams breaks the potential for debris, and increased water, being carried down river exists.
It is expected that these ice jams will remain for the near future. Property owners along rivers should monitor river levels on a regular basis to ensure they have time to prepare their houses if water levels do continue to rise. Often times river levels can change quickly and without notice. People recreating along the rivers should also utilize caution due to the unpredictable and potential danger presented by the ice jams.